Exploring Cultural Heritage: San Ignacio Ruins & Wanda Mines
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Puerto Iguazu
About
San Ignacio Miní stands as the best preserved Jesuit Mission of the 16th and 17th centuries throughout the Argentine territory. Around the main square, you find the Church, the “Casa de los Padres”, the cemetery, the houses and town hall. Native stones and large pieces of red sandstone were used to build San Ignacio city. The Wanda Mines is a great place especially known for its deposits of precious stones, turquoise, amethyst and rock crystal. Since 1976 they have become a tour for all those who come to these distances known as the Jungle region.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Round-trip shared transfer
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Wanda & San Ignacio
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The tour is conducted in Spanish. Only a brief explanation will be given in English at strategic stops.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Exploring Cultural Heritage: San Ignacio Ruins & Wanda Mines
(33) Reviews
Puerto Iguazu
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About
San Ignacio Miní stands as the best preserved Jesuit Mission of the 16th and 17th centuries throughout the Argentine territory. Around the main square, you find the Church, the “Casa de los Padres”, the cemetery, the houses and town hall. Native stones and large pieces of red sandstone were used to build San Ignacio city. The Wanda Mines is a great place especially known for its deposits of precious stones, turquoise, amethyst and rock crystal. Since 1976 they have become a tour for all those who come to these distances known as the Jungle region.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Round-trip shared transfer
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Wanda & San Ignacio
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Itinerary
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Puerto Iguazu
We will start our tour early in the morning from hotels in Puerto Iguazú. On this day trip, passengers will have the opportunity to explore the main beauties of the province.
2
Wanda Mines
Departing from Puerto Iguazú, just 45 km away, we arrive at the city of Wanda where we can admire the Precious Stone Mines.
Explore the beauty of agates, jasper, original topaz, and more within the Wanda Mines, and don't miss the opportunity to take pictures inside the gems! These exquisite varieties can be observed and purchased, allowing tourists to capture the allure of these precious stones. The gems extracted from the mines are transformed into dazzling pieces of jewelry. Immerse yourself in this legendary destination, named after a Polish princess who cherished the enchanting beauty of the stones found here.
1 hour
3
Cooperativa de Productores Jardín América Ltda.
During the 220 km journey to the Ruins of San Ignacio, we will see the diversity of landscapes and different plantations of tea, yerba mate, conifers, etc. Here, we will visit the facilities of a mill where yerba mate is processed using the most artisanal method.
30 minutes
4
Ruinas de San Ignacio
Upon arriving in San Ignacio, we will visit the San Ignacio Ruins, a historic site founded in 1632 by the Jesuits. The restored stone structures showcase the architecture and layout of one of the region’s most important mission settlements, reflecting the interaction between Guaraní communities and the work carried out in the missions.
3 hours
5
Puerto Iguazu
At the end of the day, we will return to the hotel in Puerto Iguazú where the tour ends.
